Industrial Mechanic - Edison, NJ

Machinist Position at Silgan Containers

Join Silgan Containers, America's largest metal food packaging producer, as a Machinist in Edison, NJ. We're looking for skilled professionals to operate and maintain precision tooling and CNC equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: Starting at $32.17 per hour plus shift differential for 3rd shift
• Consistent Wage Increases
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance
• Specialty Programs: Pet insurance, health programs for diabetes, hypertension, and more
• 401k with Company Contributions
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement
• Company-Paid Uniforms & Prescription Safety Glasses
• Safety Shoe Allowance
• Commitment to Safety: "Drive to Zero Injuries" initiative
• Sustainability Leadership: Edison is Silgan's first facility with on-site solar power

What You'll Do:

• Operate and maintain can lines, perform and documents quality checks and measurements, requiring supervisory assistance only in unusual quality or operating problems.
• Take full responsibility for the quality of the product and line efficiency.
• Properly diagnose mechanical and quality problems, determine the necessary repairs, and restore malfunctioning equipment back to service with minimum delay.
• Handle pallets, tooling, barrels, boxes and cartons as required.
• Record product and equipment inspection to ensure quality production.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and report any hazards that may compromise a safe workplace.
• Work closely with supervisors and fellow employees on improvement teams to uncover and implement safety, quality, productivity, and cost control advancements.